Consulate Information

December 24, 2025

All visitors to the Consulate-General of Japan in Boston are required to present a photo ID at the reception desk on the 1st floor to access the consulate. Please bring a government-issued photo ID, such as a passport or driver’s license.

 

In order to ensure the safety of all visitors, the Consulate-General of Japan requires all visitors to pass through a security check. Any items or materials deemed hazardous, such as firearms, knives, explosives, or any other weapons, are strictly prohibited. Visitors found in possession of such items​ will be required to leave the premises. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Office Information

Visa Office

Mon - Fri 9:00 - 12:15, 13:15 - 16:00
Please note: we are currently accepting walk-ins. We are also accepting phone inquiries. For details, please visit Visiting Japan (Visa)

 

Office Hours

Office Open hour: Mon - Fri 9:00 - 12:15,  13:15 - 16:00
Phone Inquiry:         Mon - Fri 9:00 - 12:15,  13:15 - 17:00

ID / Seal

Please bring proper identification—a passport or driver's license. Once you enter the building, present it at the Check-in Desk and tell them that you are visiting the Consulate. Then, take the elevator to the 6th floor.

Tel

617-973-9772
For general information about VISA, please call JAPAN VISA INFORMATION HOTLINE

Fax

617-542-1329

Address

Consulate-General of Japan in Boston
100 High Street, 6th Floor
Boston, MA 02110

Location








 

By Public Transportation

100 High Street Building is located at near South Station. South Station is served by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) Red and Silver lines, MBTA local bus lines, MBTA Commuter Rail, Amtrak, and Acela. Several commercial bus companies also serve the adjacent South Station Bzus Terminal.

By Car

From the North & South

Our office is located near the "South Station" exit from I-93 or I-90.  In case of there is no parking lot available at the 100 High Street Building, please seek public parking in the area.

Consulate Holidays

2025

    
Wednesday, January 1 New Year's Day
Thursday, January 2 New Year Holiday 
Friday, January 3 New Year Holiday 
Monday, January 20 Martin Luther King Jr.'s Day
Monday, February 17 Presidents' Day / Washington's Birthday
Thursday, March 20 Spring Equinox Day
Monday, April 21 Patriots' Day
Monday, May 26 Memorial Day
Thursday, June 19 Juneteenth Independence Day
Friday, July 4 Independence Day
Monday, August 11 Mountain Day
Monday, September 1 Labor Day
Monday, October 13 Indigenous Peoples' Day / Columbus Day / Sports Day
Tuesday, November 11 Veterans Day
Thursday, November 27 Thanksgiving Day
Friday, November 28 Day after Thanksgiving
Thursday, December 25 Christmas Day
Monday, December 29 Year-End Holiday
Tuesday, December 30 Year-End Holiday
Wednesday, December 31 Year-End Holiday
 

2026

    
Thursday, January 1 New Year's Day
Friday, January 2 New Year Holiday 
Monday, January 12 Coming of Age Day
Monday, January 19 Martin Luther King Jr.'s Day
Monday, February 16 Presidents' Day / Washington's Birthday
Monday, April 20 Patriots' Day
Wednesday, April 29 Showa Day
Monday, May 25 Memorial Day
Friday, June 19 Juneteenth Independence Day
Monday, July 20 Marine Day
Tuesday, August 11 Mountain Day
Monday, September 7 Labor Day
Monday, September 21 Respect for the Aged Day
Monday, October 12 Indigenous Peoples' Day / Columbus Day / Sports Day
Wednesday, November 11 Veterans' Day
Thursday, November 26 Thanksgiving Day
Friday, November 27 Day after Thanksgiving
Friday, December 25 Christmas Day
Tuesday, December 29 Year-End Holiday
Wednesday, December 30 Year-End Holiday
Thursday, December 31 Year-End Holiday

Honorary Consuls (General)